This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2025
Rockingham Senior High School (SHS) provides excellent academic programs in an exemplary caring environment, for secondary students.
The school's vision for teaching and learning is to ensure that our students are provided with every opportunity to learn and grow in a positive and united school culture, while contributing and adding value to the broader school community.
Find out more about our school by visiting Rockingham Senior High School or Schools Online
The Role
Rockingham SHS is seeking a motivated and reliable Cleaner in Charge to lead and supervise our enthusiastic cleaning team. The ideal applicant should display strong leadership and communication skills, with a proactive and team-oriented approach.
Key responsibilities include opening and locking the school premises, managing staff rosters and leave, and inducting new team members. You will be responsible for ordering cleaning supplies, monitoring the allocated budget, and ensuring all work meets Department of Education standards.
In addition to supervisory duties, the successful applicant will perform regular hands-on cleaning tasks and safely manage hazardous substances in accordance with Work, Health & Safety (WHS) legislation, with guidance and support from the Manager Corporate Services.
This position requires the successful applicant to work a split shift from 4.30am – 8.30am and then 1.45pm – 5.45pm Monday to Friday.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Michelle Cole, Manager Corporate Services on 9527 0300 or emailing michelle.cole@education.wa.edu.au
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you will need to:
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply!
Step 1: Prepare your application.
Your application should include the following:
- CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position.
- In a one (1) page cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role.
Step 2: Submit your application.
Apply Online:
- Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.
- Have your documents ready to attach.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS975974
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 26 June 2025
